Building community
Community and harm reduction saves lives.
And every life matters.
Blue Hollywood Street Sanctuary is a Black-led, community resource center and harm reduction program specializing in services for Black and Brown participants in one of the most underserved areas of Skid Row, Los Angeles. As the only harm reduction program in the area that emerged directly from within the community, BHSS was founded by and for individuals with lived experience.
Currently pending 501(c)(3) status, BHSS has been a vital part of the Skid Row community for five years, growing through “boots-on-the-ground” leadership that intimately understands and reflects the community’s unique needs and strengths.
The Sanctuary
Our outdoor, street-based community center and refuge is open 24 hours a day, providing water, basic resources and harm-reduction supplies, as well as a place to rest, socialize, celebrate and receive spiritual guidance.
Harm reduction
We are a syringe exchange and distribute clean needles, safer smoking kits, condoms and life-saving naloxone as well as water, daily multi-vitamins, wound care and more through our community center and weekly outreach. Our harm reduction efforts have led to the reversal of more than 100 overdoses in the last year.
Community events
Blue Hollywood Street Sanctuary hosts various social events with the aim of providing a sense of community and dignity often missing in traditional service settings.
With a team of individuals who understand the challenges of Skid Row firsthand, BHSS has built a sanctuary where participants feel seen and valued, and these layers of trust allow for true relaxation, jubilation and camaraderie.
“To truly make impact, you have to meet people right where they are.”
— Pastor Blue, Blue Hollywood Street Sanctuary founder and executive director
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
bluehollywoodstreetsanctuary@gmail.com
Phone
(909) 637-5299